JVC RV-NB20 Radio/CD Boombox

Pros: Great sound quality and bass; IPOD compatibility; full-function remote; MIC input.
Cons: Very heavy, especially with batteries; remote won't work in bright sunlight.

I bought this box for a family reunion picnic this summer; what an awesome piece of equipment. Fabulous sound quality and rocking bass. Everyone that hears it is amazed. It sounds better than most mini home units. It has mic and guitar input that allows it to be used as a PA. The best feature is the IPOD compatibility. With the included cable, it charges the ipod and allows you to control it using the remote. I used it all summer for pool parties and outdoor barbeques. I listen mostly to jazz and when you crank up the volume in the backyard, it sounds like a live band. The only problem that i encountered is that the remote won't work in bright sunlight. Oh, also it's very heavy. It comes with a heavy-duty shoulder strap, but it's easier using the built-in end handles. Other than that, it Rocks! I highly recommend it.